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Contact:
Lisa Finnie, Director of ESL Programs Tel: 818-753-3870 Fax: 818-753-3846 3921 Laurel Canyon Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 91604 USA
Established:
1990 |
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OSULA Education CenterDescriptionOSULA Education Center's Intensive English Language Program is for serious students who want to improve their English: for university preparation, for vacation study and for professionals who want to improve their English fluency. IEP classes are always small and we use an effective, systematic curriculum taught by professional native speakers. Course starting and ending dates are flexible. At OSULA we keep our costs low and our quality and service high.
LocationOSULA is located 20 minutes northwest of downtown Los Angeles in a safe, quiet, upscale suburb (Studio City). The neighborhood includes a major shopping street with shops, supermarkets and entertainment a short walk away. Universal Studios theme park is 10 minutes by bus. Also nearby are parks, hiking trails and libraries. This is a peaceful area for jogging or taking walks.
Teaching QualificationsBA or MA in English or Liberal Arts field, ESL teaching experience, native speaker, OSULA training course.
Course InformationGeneral English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): No
English for Business: No
Other Programs:Summer short course package: morning English + activities.
Private Classes: Yes
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 12
Average Class Size: 6
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 2
Intermediate Levels: 2
Advanced Levels: 2
A placement test for new students puts them in the appropriate level. Our system uses a series of 34 books in 6 levels.
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 25
Maximum Hours Per Week: 25
Part Time Available: No
Session Length:
Sessions are 12 weeks long, starting the last week of March, June, September and December. However, new students may join at any time and stay for the length of time that meets their needs and budget.
Student Origins and Enrollments
Student Origins:
Africa: 3%
Asia: 82%
Europe: 6%
Latin America: 6%
Middle East: 3%
Average Enrollments:
February: 25
July: 30
October: 25
FacilitiesOn-campus student housing (double or twin), 18 classrooms, large oasis-like campus in a convenient Los Angeles location: tennis, swimming pool, indoor basketball gymnasium.
FeesFees based on a session length of 4 weeks. Fees may have changed since this information was published — check for latest information. Included means that this service is provided at no extra charge.
Optional Fees:
Airport pickup is free during business hours (M-F 9-5 except US holidays); otherwise $100. Homestay placement fee is $300.
Notes on Fees:
Other required fee: registration (non-refundable, for new students only, due upon arrival at OSULA)
AccommodationsDormitory: $430
Homestay: $750
Because most students prefer our on-campus dormitory, homestays are by special arrangement only and may not be available at all times. Homestay price includes two meals per day. OSULA collects a $300 homestay placement fee before the homestay begins, and students pay monthly rent to host family directly. Student ServicesFree first arrival airport pickup (during business hours). Assistance with scheduling appointments (TOEFL, driver's license, university visits). Free transportation to medical appointments. Free internet access. Free academic and career counseling. Free assistance with college/university application procedures. Free assistance opening a bank account. Free monthly pizza party with all students and staff. Monthly enrichment outing to a cultural destination (at cost). Educational Service OpportunitiesTOEFL score waiver for Level 6 graduates at several Los Angeles community colleges. |
